Nairobi Hospital Laboratory Services Manager Career Opportunity in Kenya

The Nairobi Hospital, a leading health care institution in Eastern Africa has an excellent career opportunity for an individual with a unique blend of technical, managerial and leadership skills.

The position calls for a seasoned Laboratory Scientist with proven leadership skills, a passion for excellence, strong work ethic, commitment to good patient outcomes and continual improvement.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the successful candidate will provide overall leadership of the Laboratory Services and specific responsibilities include:

Managing and organising all technical and operational activities of the Laboratory to ensure accurate diagnosis for treatment of patients.Defining, monitoring and facilitating the implementation of high standards of quality.Reviewing the technical performance of test procedures.Preparing and managing Laboratory budgetEstablishing and maintaining effective channels of communication between the Laboratory, other clinical departments and all users of the Laboratory Services.Providing adequate linkages with Consulting Doctors, Pathologists and Scientists.Providing effective leadership on all staffing matters.Carrying out strategic planning and research for the development of Laboratory Services.Developing and maintaining a system for collection and maintenance of medically reliable laboratory statistical data for diagnosis, treatment, management, reference and research.Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
Master of Science in Laboratory Medicine or related field.PhD will be an added advantage.Evidence of Continuing Medical Education in sub-specialities in Laboratory Medicine.7 years progressive working experience in Laboratory Management.Proven leadership skills.Ability to effectively influence support from and add value to a wide range of professionals.If your background, experience and competence match the above specifications, please send us your application quoting the reference.

Include your current remuneration, testimonials and give full contact details of 3 referees to:

The Human Resources Manager
The Nairobi Hospital
P.O. Box 30026
Nairobi – 00100

or hrm@nbihosp.org

To be received not later than 23rd February 2011. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
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